MARCH 16, 2025   -   PORT OF REDWOOD CITY


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Registration closes at 12:01 PM on Saturday, March 15th.


Short course

https://www.webscorer.com/register?raceid=380875

Long course

https://www.webscorer.com/register?raceid=380876


Event Schedule

  • 8:00AM – 9:30AM Check-in open at Redwood City public launch ramp.
  • 8:45AM Race Meeting in at Redwood City public launch ramp (601 Chesapeake Dr, Redwood City, CA 94063)
  • 9:15AM Short Course (5 - 6 miles)
  • 11:00AM Long Course (8 - 10 miles…Race will start 15 minutes after the last canoe finishes from the short course)

 

Pre-Race Eats

  • Coffee and light snacks provided.
  • Water fill station available. Bring your own bottle/cup.

 

Post-Race

  • Relax after your race with a bowl of chicken long rice (included with registration) at Kilohana’s site.
  • See map for designated parking area for visitors.
  • Kilohana parking lot is permitted for Kilohana members and NCOCA officials only.

Categories

  • Watercraft: OC-1, V-1, and OC-2 (M, F, coed)
  • Age Divisions:
    • Short Course*: Junior (15U), Junior (16-19 yr), Open (20-39 yr), M40+, M50+, M60+, M70+
    • Long Course*: Junior (15U), Junior (16-19 yr), Open (20-39 yr), M40+, M50+, M60+, M70+
*At least 2 entries to make an age division

    Safety

    • Leash and PFD are mandatory to participate (Type II inflatable PFD is acceptable).
    • You must be able to remount your canoe in the event of a huli.
    • Safety boats will be available for both short and long courses.
    • Paddler must turn and return to shore if directed by Safety officials.


    Registration

    • We are using Webscorer for event registration, race timing, and results.
    • SHORT COURSE: https://www.webscorer.com/register?raceid=380875
    • LONG COURSE:  https://www.webscorer.com/register?raceid=380876
    • Entry is $25 for each race.
    • Want to race twice? Entry fee for your second race will only be $10! See Kilohana Treasurer for reimbursements.
    • Juniors (19 & under) are free!
    • Kilohana asks that the coach from the keiki’s affiliated club contact our coaching staff (kilohanacoachingstaff@googlegroups.com) in advance of their keiki’s registration to confirm the keiki’s ability to paddle this race.


    Race Day Check-In

    • All registered racers must pick up their assigned bib number at the Registration table, located at the public launch ramp no later than 9:30 a.m. (registration desk will close).


    Parking and canoe set-up (see map below)

    • Parking is free.
    • Parking at the public launch is limited. Street parking is also available if the public parking lot is full.
    • Grass area is available for canoe set up. Additional grass is located near street parking.
    • Please do not park in surrounding business parking lots next to the launch ramp.
    • Kilohana parking lot is permitted for only Kilohana members and NCOCA officials. See map for designated parking area for post-race meals and medal ceremony.


    Race Start and Finish

    • Please note that the start and finish is located at the dock in front of Kilohana's site.
    • Racers will leave from the public launch and paddle a short distance to the start line. The finish will also be in front of Kilohana's site.


    Access the Race Course Maps and Buoy Markers via link or QR code below:


    Please note that event details (i.e. race course) are subject to change. Check tide tables before launching!


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